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August Smart Lock vs Google Home

August Smart Lock logo

August Smart Lock

Smart Home

Smart locks that work with your existing deadbolt

From
$29.99/mo
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Google Home logo

Google Home

Smart Home

Google's smart home platform with Google Assistant

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only Google Home has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: August Smart Lock one-time purchase model with no recurring subscription fees; Google Home web version (home.google.com) has limited controls compared to the mobile app
  • They diverge on capability: August Smart Lock covers Retrofit Design, Google Home covers Google Assistant.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which August Smart Lock and Google Home actually diverge.

Attributes where August Smart Lock and Google Home differ
AttributeAugust Smart LockGoogle Home
Starting price$29.99/moFree
Pricing modelone-timeUnknown
Free tierNoYes
PlatformsIOS, Android, WebiOS, Android, Web, ChromeOS
Founded20122016

Identical on both: user rating (Not yet rated), category (Smart Home).

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

Only in August Smart Lock

  • Retrofit Design
  • Auto-Unlock
  • Guest Access
  • Activity Log
  • Alexa
  • Google Home
  • HomeKit
  • SmartThings

Only in Google Home

  • Google Assistant
  • Voice Control
  • Routines
  • Multi-Room Audio
  • 10,000+ devices
  • Nest products
  • Chromecast
  • Third-party apps

Both cover

  • IOS support
  • Android support
  • Web support

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

August Smart Lock

  • Keyless entrynot Google Home
  • Guest accessnot Google Home
  • Remote unlocknot Google Home
  • Activity monitoringnot Google Home

Google Home

  • Controlling and automating smart home devicesnot August Smart Lock
  • Viewing Nest camera feedsnot August Smart Lock
  • Creating automation routinesnot August Smart Lock
  • Managing household device settingsnot August Smart Lock
  • Voice control via Google Assistantnot August Smart Lock

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

August Smart Lock

  • One-time purchase model with no recurring subscription fees
  • Smart locks range from $129.99 to $229.99 depending on model and features

Google Home

  • Web version (home.google.com) has limited controls compared to the mobile app
  • Battery-camera live streams on the web app auto-stop after 5 minutes
  • Requires compatible Google/Nest or third-party smart-home hardware - it is a control app, not a standalone product

Pricing, plan by plan

August Smart Lock

$29.99/mo
  • Smart Lock$149.99/mo
    • Standard smart lock
  • Yale Approach Lock with Wi-Fi$129.99/mo
    • Wi-Fi enabled
  • Wi-Fi Smart Lock$229.99/mo
    • Wi-Fi connectivity
  • Smart Lock + Connect$210.99/mo
    • Lock plus connectivity module

Google Home

Free

No published plan breakdown. See the Google Home review.

Which should you pick?

Choose August Smart Lock if

  • You need retrofit design.
  • You work on IOS, Android, Web.
  • You also want auto-unlock.
August Smart Lock review

Choose Google Home if

  • You need google assistant.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on iOS, Android, Web, ChromeOS.
  • You also want voice control.
Google Home review

Questions people ask

Is August Smart Lock or Google Home better?
Neither clearly leads. August Smart Lock starts at $29.99/mo and Google Home at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, August Smart Lock or Google Home?
Google Home has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at $29.99/mo for August Smart Lock and Free for Google Home.
Does August Smart Lock or Google Home run on more platforms?
August Smart Lock runs on IOS, Android, Web. Google Home runs on iOS, Android, Web, ChromeOS.
Can I use Google Home for free?
Yes. Google Home has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. August Smart Lock starts at $29.99/mo.
What is August Smart Lock best used for?
August Smart Lock is most often used for keyless entry, guest access, remote unlock, activity monitoring. Of those, keyless entry and guest access are not what Google Home is typically brought in for.
What can August Smart Lock do that Google Home cannot?
August Smart Lock covers Retrofit Design, Auto-Unlock, Guest Access, Activity Log. Google Home covers Google Assistant, Voice Control, Routines, Multi-Room Audio. Both handle IOS support, Android support, Web support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

August Smart Lock: How much do August smart locks cost?

August smart locks are one-time purchases. Prices range from $129.99 for the Yale Approach Lock with Wi-Fi to $229.99 for the Wi-Fi Smart Lock. Standard Smart Lock is $149.99. Bundles like Wi-Fi Smart Lock + Keypad Touch are $249.99.

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Google Home: Is Google Home free?

The basic Google Home service is free. A paid subscription called Google Home Premium is available for enhanced features.

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August Smart Lock: Does August offer a money-back guarantee?

Yes. August offers a 30-day money-back guarantee on purchases. Additionally, shipping is free in the United States.

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Google Home: What does the free tier of Google Home include?

The free tier includes basic device control, automation setup, access to Gemini voice assistant, suggested automations, and basic home dashboard tracking.

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Google Home: What additional features does Google Home Premium unlock?

Premium adds enhanced Gemini-powered features, advanced video event descriptions, Home Brief summaries, video search by description, and advanced automation capabilities.

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Google Home: How much does Google Home Premium cost?

The exact price is not shown on this page. The site directs users to the Google Store for purchase details.

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